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Michigan Courts

Going
to Court - Which Court do you need?This section will assist you in identifying the proper
court for resolving your legal matter. If you have been notified to appear
in court for jury duty or to respond to a summons or traffic ticket, please
read the notice or summons carefully. It will indicate the court to which
you should proceed.